Toyota Venza: Road Test
ROAD TEST
1. PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
(a) Based on the result of the customer problem analysis, try to reproduce the symptoms. If the problem is that the transaxle does not shift up, shift down, or the shift point is too high or too low, conduct the following road test referring to the automatic shift schedule and simulate the problem symptoms.
2. ROAD TEST
(a) Perform a road test.
CAUTION:
Check for safety before performing any tests.
NOTICE:
- Be sure to inspect and adjust the engine before performing these tests.
- Perform the road test with the engine coolant temperature between 60 and 100°C (140 and 212°F) and the ATF temperature between 50 and 100°C (122 and 212°F).
- Perform these tests with the air conditioning and cruise control off.
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Inspection |
Procedure |
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Transmission Control Switch Test |
With the vehicle stationary and the shift lever in D, move the shift lever to S and return it to D. Check that the meter display changes from D to the appropriate S range and then back again. |
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S Position Test |
With the vehicle stationary and the shift lever in S, move the shift lever to "+" and "-". Check that the meter display changes between S ranges properly. |
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D Position Shift Test |
While driving the vehicle normally, check that the transmission shifts up and down through each gear properly. |
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Lock-up Function |
While driving on a level surface at a constant speed in the lock-up range (80 km/h (50 mph) or more) with the shift lever in D, lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the engine speed does not change abruptly. |
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P Position Test |
Stop the vehicle on an incline (approximately 5° or more). Then move the shift lever to P and release the parking brake. Check that the parking lock pawl holds the vehicle in place. |
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Abnormal Noise and Vibration |
Check for abnormal noise and vibration while driving the vehicle forward and backward, and during shift operations. |
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Fluid Leakage |
After performing all other road test inspections, check for fluid leakage. |
Mechanical System Tests
MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS
1. STALL SPEED TEST
HINT:
This test is to check the overall performance of the engine and transaxle.
CAUTION:
Driving test should be done on a paved surface (a sur ...
Hydraulic Test
HYDRAULIC TEST
1. PERFORM HYDRAULIC TEST
(a) Measure the line pressure.
CAUTION:
The line pressure test should always be carried out with at least 2 people. One
person should observe the condi ...
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Rear window defogger
Clear the rear window using the defogger.
On/off
The defogger will automatically turn off after 15 or 60 minutes.
This operation time changes according to the ambient temperature and vehicle
speed.
Pressing the switch again also turns the defogger off. ...
Mass Air Flow Meter
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Perform the mass air flow meter inspection according to the procedure
below.
Only replace the mass air flow meter when t ...
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
HINT:
Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches,
sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive
inspection can be very useful bec ...
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